Wind Damage Aftermath in Decatur
The aftermath of the powerful storm and gusting winds not only destroyed a mobile home on Sunday night but a lawnmower was found sitting on top of a vehicle.
Parishioners praised for stopping gunman at Texas church
Following the deadly shooting at a church in Texas Sunday, investigators are praising the heroic parishioners who stopped the gunman. Several people with guns jumped up to help protect the congregation. A livestream video captured the moment a man pulled…
Early morning fire burns private dock in Soddy Daisy
Soddy Daisy (WDEF) - An early morning fire burned a private boat dock in Soddy Daisy on Monday. At 2:30a.m the Sequoyah Volunteer Fire Department responded to a reported explosion in the 2500 block of Stonesage Road. When they got…
TECH BYTE: Safely Setting Up Your Devices
Let's look at ways to keep your personal information safe from hackers after you set up these new devices.
Deputy tases woman, 70, while trying to make arrest at her home
Bradenton, Florida — A sheriff's deputy tased a 70-year-old woman three times while trying to arrest someone else at her home, reports CBS Tampa affiliate WTSP-TV, citing arrest reports. The Manatee County Sheriff's Office said deputies were seeking someone wanted…
One person in critical condition after shooting in Brainerd
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) -Chattanooga Police have confirmed that one person is in critical condition after a shooting in the Brainerd area Sunday night. The victim has been transported to the hospital. The shooting happened around 9 p.m. Sunday in the…
John Lewis diagnosed with Stage IV pancreatic cancer
Representative John Lewis of Georgia announced Sunday that he is undergoing treatment for Stage IV pancreatic cancer. The 79-year-old Democratic congressman said he has "never faced a fight quite like the one I have now." "While I am clear-eyed about…
Officials struggle to determine cause of fatal Louisiana plane crash
Determining the cause of the plane crash in Louisiana on Saturday that killed five people will likely be a difficult and slow process, according to the National Transportation Safety Board. No distress call was sent from the doomed plane, and…
Shooting at church in Texas leaves at least two dead
At least two people are dead in a shooting Sunday at a church near Fort Worth, Texas, officials said. One person died at the scene and another died en route to the hospital, MedStar told CBS News. A third person…
No tobacco products if you are under 21
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF) - Congress passed a law that makes it illegal to sell tobacco products to anyone under 21. The Tennessee Department of Agriculture posted on Facebook that they were quote awaiting guidance from FDA on when and how…
Multiple people stabbed at synagogue in Rockland County
Multiple people were stabbed Saturday night at a synagogue in New York's Rockland County, CBS New York reports. At least five people have been taken to the hospital. It is unclear exactly how many people were stabbed or how severe…
Man loses everything in a fire on Moses Road
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- A fire this afternoon leaves a man with almost nothing. Paul Boyd built his home five years ago for his disabled wife and today, he lost everything. Boyd says, "you can replace the houses but you know,…
Woman shot on Rawlings Street
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- A young woman was shot this evening in the 2000 block of Rawlings St. According to police, the woman showed up at the hospital with a gunshot wound. Joe Young has lived in the neighborhood for the…
Mother appreciates THP trooper's kind gesture
A mother is thankful for a Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper's kindness after her son had a meltdown.
First Things First Hosts Graduation for Men Completing "Dad's Making a Difference"
"It really gives these men, who are on the verge of being incarcerated, an opportunity to understand, they really matter in the lives of their children."
NYPD on alert after string of anti-Semitic hate crimes
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced Friday that that the NYPD will increase their presence in the Brooklyn neighborhoods of Borough Park, Crown Heights and Williamsburg following a string of anti-Semitic attacks in recent days. CBS New York…
Spotify temporarily dropping political ads
Spotify, the world's largest music streaming service, is putting on pause political advertising in its streams and own podcasts early next year, because it can't police the ads for accuracy, the company said. "At this point in time, we do…
BREAKING: Hamilton County Deputy Under Fire resigns
A Hamilton County Sheriff's Deputy facing 44 criminal charges has resigned from his job.
Great American Deli recalls products for possible Listeria
OOLTEWAH, Tennessee (WDEF)- Great American Deli, in Ooltewah, is recalling its GAD #114 Egg Salad Sandwich due to possible Listeria contamination. According to Great American Deli, the sandwiches could have been delivered to 21 states including Tennessee. Listeria can cause…
Winter storm brings nightmare travel conditions across Southwest
A massive winter storm is blowing east across the Southwest after dumping torrential rain and snow on Southern California. It's causing nightmare journeys in the middle of a busy travel time. Less than 30 miles northwest of Las Vegas, snow…
Woman dies soon after entering U.S. Customs custody at Texas border
A 41-year-old Congolese asylum seeker died Wednesday in U.S. government custody shortly after she entered a border station in South Texas, U.S. Customs and Border Protection said Thursday. CBP says the woman, who the agency did not identify, had arrived…
Coast Guard searching for tour helicopter missing off Hawaii
The Coast Guard was searching Thursday night for an overdue tour helicopter with seven people on board, including two children, CBS Honolulu affiliate KGMB-TV reports. Crews were using planes and cutters in the search. The chopper didn't come back from…
Young girl from Delta flight dies from medical emergency at LAX
A young girl died who was on a Delta Air Lines flight died at Los Angeles International Airport Thursday evening after suffering a medical emergency, authorities said. According to Delta, flight 2423 from L.A. to Seattle returned to LAX shortly…
People show they are McKinley Strong for girl with Leukemia
People in McMinn County are coming together to support a three year old battling leukemia.